1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. oatmeal
1 c. coconut
Macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped; optional

Cream shortening and sugars. Add egg and vanilla. Add flour, soda, powder, and salt. Mix well. Blend in oatmeal, coconut, and nuts. Form into balls (walnut size) and place on cookie sheet. Flatten with fork. Bake at 325 degrees until lightly brown, approximately 8-10 minutes.